Recent project: Country Estates Drive, Columbia, IL 62236
Completed October 2026. A 58-square roof replacement on Country Estates Drive in Columbia, IL 62236. Installed: GAF Timberline HDZ shingles, Alco ice and water shield, GAF Pro-Start starter, GAF Z-Ridge hip and ridge cap, Lomanco Omni Roll ridge vent and synthetic underlayment. Every roof we install carries our lifetime workmanship warranty.
Columbia sits along Illinois Route 3 and I-255 at the north end of Monroe County, with the historic Main Street district near the center of town and newer subdivisions climbing the bluffs to the east and south. Homes in those subdivisions tend to be larger, with more hips, valleys and dormers — which is exactly where a roof either gets detailed properly or starts leaking early.
Who does residential roofing in Columbia, IL?
John Beal Roofing's St. Louis crews cover Columbia along with Waterloo, Dupo and the rest of Monroe and St. Clair counties. We handle full replacements, leak repairs, storm damage and seamless gutters, and every installed roof carries our lifetime workmanship warranty.
What went on the 58-square roof on Country Estates Drive?
Completed in October 2026: GAF Timberline HDZ shingles over synthetic underlayment, Alco ice and water shield, GAF Pro-Start starter along the eaves and rakes, GAF Z-Ridge cap on the hips and ridges and a Lomanco Omni Roll ridge vent. At 58 squares, that's a big, cut-up roof, and every component in the system is matched.
Why Timberline HDZ on larger bluff-top homes?
HDZ has GAF's LayerLock nailing area, a wide strip that makes accurate nailing easier across hundreds of shingles on a large roof. Paired with GAF's own starter and ridge cap, it supports the wind performance these exposed lots need.
Does Columbia require a permit to replace a roof?
Columbia is an incorporated city with its own building department, so permit rules are set locally. We confirm the requirement for your address and take care of it before tear-off.
How do you handle storm claims in Monroe County?
We photograph damage slope by slope, prepare an itemized scope and meet your adjuster on the roof. If the damage doesn't justify a claim, we tell you that plainly.
Frequently asked questions
What ZIP code is Columbia, Illinois?
62236, in Monroe County.
Is Columbia, IL served from St. Louis?
Yes. It's about 40 minutes from our Maryland Heights headquarters via I-255.
Do you only install GAF?
No. We also install Owens Corning and IKO; the right line depends on the house and budget.
Is the inspection free?
Yes, with a written report and no obligation.
24-hour emergency roofing in Columbia, IL — call 314-429-6000 or toll-free 1-800-564-6232.